This unit provides an introduction to computer architecture using a modern microprocessor as an example. Practical considerations involved in interconnecting logic element are explored, along with software and hardware techniques for interfacing computers to peripheral devices. An introduction to communication protocols used to connect local peripheral devices to a microprocessor, including RS232/RS422/RS485, CAN bus and i2C is provided. Real time systems including concurrency, inter-process communications and scheduling are introduced. -- Course Website
Instructor: R Russell (Clayton); N Ramakrishnan (Sunway)
Prerequisites: (ECE2071 or CSE1301 or FIT1008 or TEC2171 or TRC2400) and (ECE2072 or TEC2172 or TRC2300)
